TT Quattro Coupe V6-3.2L (BHE) (2005)
Connecting Rod: Locations
Pistons and connecting rods, component overview
1 - Connecting rod bolt, 30 Nm + 90 degrees (1/4 turn) further
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Replace
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Lubricate threads and contact surface
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To measure radial clearance, tighten to 30 Nm but not further
2 - Connecting rod bearing cap
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Mark cylinder allocation -B-
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Installed position: Markings -A- must be on same side
3 - Bearing shells
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Installed position: retaining tabs of both bearing shells lie on same side of connecting rod
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Do not interchange used bearing shells (mark)
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Retaining tabs on bearing shells must fit tightly in recesses
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Axial clearance, New: 0.05... 0.31 mm; Wear limit: 0.40 mm
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Measure radial clearance with Plastigage
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Do not rotate crankshaft when measuring radial clearance
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Radial clearance, New: 0.02... 0.07 mm; Wear limit: 0.10 mm
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Replacement parts are color coded "yellow" for lower and "red" for upper
4 - Connecting rod
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With hole for piston pin lubrication